2010-09-20 09:48:30

The tiger's eye is a semi-precious gemstone, usually a metamorphic rock with a yellow, honey, red and brown color, with a silky luster. And the tiger's eye is also called the gemstone for friends.

The tiger eye is well known for its ‘chatoyancy effect’, where a thin band of light is displayed on the gemstone and changes position as the gemstone is positioned back and forth. It has the appearance of a feline eye, hence the name.
As is known, the Tiger Eye gemstone is popularly called the 'gemstone of friends' or the 'friendship stone'. One reason is that many claim that tiger has several beneficial metaphysical and physical properties. It is believed that this gemstone brings together the energies of the sun and earth and helps a person focus during meditation. It is also believed to improve one’s psychic ability and spirituality.
Another reason is that, historically, the gemstone has been worn for protection. It was said that the gemstone kept a constant 'eye' on the wearer. For thousands of years, the gemstone has been used for many uses, for it is believed to have many mystical and medicinal properties within it. Oftentimes, the gemstone was given to children to wear as a protectorate.
Thus, there is something important as well. If you have been given this special Friendship Stone as a jewelry gift, you should always cherish the gemstone like the friendship itself. The gemstone is a perfect symbol that your friend is out to overlook your protection at all times, and will be there for you even during the hardest of circumstances.
The gemstone will provide you positive energy even on the most gloomy of days. It helps you find your way and attain your dreams. In a word, The Tiger Eye is worthy its name.